From the latest TV premieres to classic Hindi movies, plus reality, thrillers, comedy, family shows and more, it’s all available until Friday 8 November
By Virgin TV Edit
We’re giving all Virgin TV customers 15 Asian Mela channels at no extra cost this month. What better way to celebrate Diwali, the Indian festival of lights, which this year takes place on Thursday 31 October?
You will be spoilt for choice with the latest TV premieres or classic Hindi movies on the best movie channels – Utsav Gold HD, Sony MAX HD, Zee Cinema HD, B4U Movies, Colors Cineplex and Sony MAX2. If it’s a bit of drama you’re after, there’s something for viewers of all tastes, whether you’re into crime and thrillers or historical, mythological and family shows. Utsav Plus HD, Utsav Bharat, Sony TV HD, Zee TV HD, Zee Punjabi HD, Colors Gujarati, Colors Rishtey and Colors HD has you covered.
You can also watch some of the biggest names in Bollywood hosting your favourite reality and quiz shows, music and dance contests, and get up close and personal with celebrity talk shows on Utsav Plus HD, Sony TV HD, Sony SAB TV, Zee TV HD, Zee Punjabi HD, Colors HD, Colors Rishtey and Colors Gujarati.
Want to get the lowdown on which channels we’re unlocking from Friday 25 October until Friday 8 November and what you can watch? Here are just some of the TV highlights, plus click here or scroll down further for the full list of channels...
Indian Idol
Watch it Saturday and Sunday at 9pm on Sony TV HD (CH 805)
Indian Idol is back, bringing a fresh new vibe to the judging panel with the one and only Badshah. Joining him are last year’s judges Shreya Ghoshal and Vishal Dadlani. Brace yourself for an incredible new season filled with mesmerising talent, jaw-dropping performances and unforgettable moments.
Mangal Lakshmi
Watch it Monday to Sunday at 6pm on Colors HD (CH 826)
Don’t miss this heartwarming tale about the bond between two sisters. As Mangal navigates life’s experiences, she embarks on a journey to find the perfect match for sister Lakshmi. Through love, trials and determination, Mangal’s quest unfolds, showing the enduring strength of sisterhood and the power of destiny.
KBC
Watch it Monday to Friday at 9pm on Sony TV HD (CH 805)
Indian television’s most beloved game show Kaun Banega Crorepati is back. It looked like we had bid farewell to longstanding host Amitabh Bachchan. But guess what? He’s back. Join AB every weekday to find out who will accompany him in the hot seat for a chance to become a millionaire.
Cirkus
Watch it on Friday 8 November at 8pm on B4U movies (CH 815)
After finding two sets of identical twins on his orphanage’s doorstep, Dr Roy Jamnadas gives them up for adoption to two families in two different cities. Years later, a comedy of errors ensues when one set of twins decides to visit the city where the other set of twins runs a circus. A hilarious remake of the classic 1982 Hindi film Angoor.
Bigg Boss
Watch it Monday to Sunday at 9pm on Colors HD (CH 826)
Watch the ultimate entertainment show as superstar Salman Khan returns with Bigg Boss season 18! Witness your favourite stars as they compete for survival, locked away in the iconic house full of twists and turns.
Asian TV channels to watch, on us
Utsav Gold HD
Channel number: 801
Utsav Bharat
Channel number: 802
Utsav Plus HD
Channel number: 803
Sony TV HD
Channel number: 805
Sony MAX HD
Channel number: 806
Sony SAB TV
Channel number: 807
Sony MAX2
Channel number: 808
Zee TV HD
Channel number: 809
Zee Cinema HD
Channel number: 810
Zee Punjabi HD
Channel number: 811
B4U Movies
Channel number: 815
Colors Gujarati
Channel number: 825
Colors HD
Channel number: 826
Colors Rishtey
Channel number: 827
Colors Cineplex
Channel number: 828
TV channels: Channels, content and features available depend on your chosen package. Channel line-ups and content are subject to change at any time and to regional variations.
HD: HD TV set, V HD Box, TiVo box or Virgin TV V6 connected with HDMI cables required for HD channels. Number of inclusive HD channels depends on package.